Valentine’s Dinner will be Chef Murphy’s last hurrah ...
After more than 15 years of service to the organization, Rosebud Centre of the Arts Executive Chef Pat Murphy will give his final “performance” with a gourmet Valentine’s Dinner on Friday, February 14.
Although delicious food will still remain at the Mercantile Dining room and Wild Horse Jack’s Bistro & Grill, Rosebud Theatre patrons and the RCA organization will be losing a great chef and valuable team member.
“I have always enjoyed watching the faces of people as they enjoy our rural hospitality, from the initial greeting to the sad farewell and all of the special moments in between,” says Murphy. “I will miss working in the Mercantile, but I’m happy that we will still be living here in Rosebud.”
Chef Murphy’s annual Valentine’s Dinner at the Rosebud Mercantile has become a popular local tradition. Friends, theatre patrons and colleagues alike are encouraged to make their reservations and take this opportunity to connect with Pat to say farewell.
For those who have never experienced a meal in Rosebud, Murphy describes the experience. “Dining in Rosebud is special because you get to enjoy the sights and scenery of rural Alberta along with the country charm and hospitality of the community.”
Another highlight of the Valentine’s weekend is the Lewis & Royal concert and buffet dinner on Saturday, February 15. While audiences all over Western Canada have enjoyed the humour and heart of Rosebud’s very own folk comedy duo, this performance marks their first appearance at home on the Opera House stage.
“It’s a rare thing to play a concert here at home in Rosebud, among family and friends,” said Sproule. “When Lewis and I are on the road touring, one question often asked is when we are playing next in Rosebud? Our answer is always, ‘Well, actually we don’t play much at home.’ So it’s pretty special to have been invited to play a Valentine’s gig. Lewis is the king of love ballads, and with heartthrob Travis Friesen sitting in as a guest artist, there’s gonna be lotsa love.”
Dinner is served from 5:30 to 6:30 pm with the concert at 8:00 pm. Contact the Rosebud Theatre Box office at 1-800-267-7553 to book.
